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Dr Liz Campbell

CSci CPsychol AFBPsS

I am a member of the British Psychological Society, the professional and learned body for psychologists in the UK. The British Psychological Society has its own Royal Charter for awarding professional awards. I am an Associate Fellow of the Society, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and a Chartered Forensic Psychologist. I was very keen to apply for the Chartered Scientist award as I believe that it is a way of making explicit the scientific roots of psychology and the fact that psychological practice is deep-rooted in research evidence.

I took my undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Edinburgh and then also studied for an MPhil in Clinical Psychology at that University. These qualifications and my professional experience gave me the necessary means to achieve Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Chartered Forensic Psychologist status.

Because of my interest in research, I then studied for a DPhil in the University of Oxford and subsequently had a Research Fellowship there. This was followed by an academic appointment at the University of Surrey. I am currently Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology in the University of Glasgow. In addition, I am an Honorary Consultant Clinical Psychologist in the NHS. My clinical and research interests are in adult mental health, especially trauma and occupational stress.

My professional activities have spanned research, clinical practice and training postgraduates for careers in professional psychology. My model of professional training has always been that we are training scientist- practitioners who can contribute at every level from the individual to the systemic. It is very important that professional psychologists have a thorough scientific grounding during their training as this is what differentiates them from other practitioners whose emphasis might be purely on the delivery of therapy or interventions with the individual.

I believe that psychology and psychologists have a great capacity for contributing to the public good, both through psychological science and practice. British psychological science and practice has had an enormous impact and influence, both in the UK and internationally.

As a practitioner and an academic, I am keenly aware of the impact of Government policy and legislation on the Universities and the public services. The Science Council plays a very important role in safeguarding the interests of science and scientists.

Bob Patton CSci CPsychol AFBPsS I have been a member of the BPS for over 20 years, as a student, a graduate member, an associate fellow and finally as a chartered psychologist.

Professor Stephen Palmer CSci CPsychol CBiol AFBPsS Membership of professional bodies is an important part of one’s career development. They provide a framework for recognised qualifications and continuing professional development.

Bob Sargent CSci CEnv FCIWEM CIWEM is in many ways a natural home for an environmental hydrologist like me, but I recognise it may not meet the needs of all people.

Helen Wright MSc CSci CChem CEnv MCIWEM I started out as a Chemist in the water industry, working on the analysis and testing of rivers, focussing on potable water.

Nigel Pattenden CSci FIFST I currently work as a Senior Food Technologist at Marks and Spencer, where I oversee the safety and quality of the food sold through the Delicatessen category, the largest category in the M&S Food Group.

Ruma Tamuli CSci MIFST My interest in joining a professional body was at first mainly to have my qualifications and experience recognised and to be differentiated from less qualified personnel.

Professor Pankaj Vadgama CSci CChem CPhys FRCPath FInst I was nominated to become a Chartered Scientist by the Institute of Materials, of which I am a Fellow, in a special presentation evening.disciplines, involving biomolecules, chemistry and metals.

Dr Christopher Corti CSci CEng FIMMM Dr Christopher Corti has over 25 years experience in the precious metals industry. As Managing Director, International Technology sector at World Gold Council, London.

Dr Heather Thompson CSci CBiol MEI Dr Heather Thompson is the Energy and Environmental Management Systems Officer for one of Northern Ireland’s largest local authorities.

Don Lack CSci FEI I have been a member of a professional body since starting at Nene College in 1970 and as my work experience changed and specialised over the years I became a member of the Energy Institute, where I am now a Fellow.

Professor Sir Christopher Evans OBE CSci CChem FRSC Sir Chris Evans is regarded as one of Europe’s leading biotechnology entrepreneurs with a proven track record of establishing successful, high quality science companies.

Dr Mark Heslop CSci MIChemE As a Lecturer at the University of Strathclyde, my duties include teaching undergraduate courses, supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students, and carrying out research projects.

Nira Chamberlain CSci MIMA I am a Chartered Scientist and a member of the Institute of Mathematics and its Application (IMA). Since 2002, I have been a Mathematical Modelling Consultant for the LSC Group.

Dr Liz Campbell CSci CPsychol AFBPsS I am a member of the British Psychological Society, the professional and learned body for psychologists in the UK. The British Psychological Society has its own Royal Charter for awarding professional awards.